Vegetarian, Sustainable, Frugal, DIY

Butternut Squash Puree

Maybe you’re a bit tired of gourds and vegetable mashes after the holiday season, but this is a terrific recipe for a simple, lighter alternative to your typical sweet potatoes with marshmallow. Plus, the recipe features bourbon whiskey, which is always good for bonus points

1. Preheat the oven to 400.
2. Sprinkle salt and pepper, plus a little olive oil over the open sides of the squashes, then roast on a baking pan until soft enough to pierce with a fork.
3. Scoop out the flesh into a bowl, add about 1/2 shot of bourbon (a little more if you’re feeling sassy), and maybe another tablespoon of olive oil.
4. Blend until smooth. You could also just use a fork if you don’t have a mixer.